Fifth wheel release handle yanker and door handle opener
US10442077B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25F1/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fifth wheel yanker moves a fifth wheel release handle in the sequence needed to operate the release handle in the sequence used by, for example, the Jost brand of fifth wheel Jost fifth wheel safety catch release mechanisms. Also disclosed is a device for releasing a trailer from a tractor and opening a door handle. The device comprises a shaft extending between a first end connected to a handle, and a second end connected to a lever, A hook is connected to the shaft proximate the second end, and the lever points generally opposite the direction of the hook. A tube is connected to the shaft proximate the second end. The tube has a passageway defined by at least one wall and at least one opening.
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